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On'yomi
チク
CHIKU
Kun'yomi
たくわ.える
takuwaeru

amass · raise · hoard · store

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#1260
Radicalgrass(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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grass + 畜

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of grass and livestock. Storing grass.

Symbolism

Accumulation, savings, store. Represents storing.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

蓄えあれば憂いなし

たくわえあればうれいなし

With savings, there are no worries

Having reserves eliminates anxiety about the future

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 蓄 mean in Japanese?

蓄 means amass, raise, hoard, store.

How do you read 蓄?

On'yomi: チク (CHIKU). Kun'yomi: たくわ.える (takuwaeru).

How many strokes does 蓄 have?

蓄 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).

Is 蓄 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 蓄 (amass, raise, hoard, store) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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